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STD Testing in Curtiss, WI: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Gonorrhea reports in Clark County run about 92% lower than the national average, yet it’s still important to get tested in Curtiss, Wisconsin whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind. Community and public clinics may offer low-cost or free testing, while private labs often provide quicker results and more scheduling flexibility. See the options below.

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STD testing near Curtiss, WI

4 testing options are listed for Curtiss, WI. The nearest, Healthfirst Network, is about 15.0 miles away. Compare 1 community and public clinic, private labs, and at-home kits below.

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Healthfirst Network

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Healthfirst Network in Medford pairs STI care with full family planning services, covering gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, rapid and conventional HIV, herpes, and hepatitis B and C on a sliding-scale fee; bacterial infections are treated same visit, by appointment, with insurance and Medicaid accepted.

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Herpes and Hepatitis Tested Alongside the Core Panel

Healthfirst Network's panel runs to seven distinct tests: adding herpes simplex and both hepatitis B and C to the gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV workup. That breadth means a single appointment can surface infections that narrower panels would miss entirely, without requiring a separate specialist referral.

PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP Prescribed at One Clinic

Healthfirst Network carries PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP as standing prescribing services: meaning anyone without a regular provider, or anyone paying out of pocket who needs prevention medication managed in one place, can access all three here. No separate infectious-disease referral required to get started or stay on course.

Interpretation Services Staffed Into Every Appointment

Healthfirst Network builds interpretation into its clinical workflow rather than leaving it to chance, interpretation services are available for non-English languages as a scheduled, staffed function of the visit. That means medication adherence counseling, DoxyPEP dosing instructions, and PrEP monitoring conversations all happen with full language support, not approximation.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale PrEP DoxyPEP
Address
1257 North 8th Street, Medford, WI 54451
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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ACL Laboratories

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855 North Westhaven Drive, Oshkosh, WI 110.9 miles away
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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ACL Laboratories

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W3985 County Rd Nn, De Pere, WI 112.7 miles away
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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ACL Laboratories

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1500 Arbor Way, Kaukauna, WI 115.3 miles away
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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When can I test? Exposure-window calculator

Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.

Detection windows for every STI
Infection Earliest reliable test Conclusive after
Chlamydia 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Gonorrhea 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Trichomoniasis 7 days after exposure 28 days after exposure
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10 days after exposure 33 days after exposure
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18 days after exposure 45 days after exposure
HIV (antibody) 21 days after exposure 84 days after exposure
Syphilis 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis B 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis C 56 days after exposure 77 days after exposure
Herpes (HSV) 28 days after exposure 112 days after exposure

Guidance only, confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.

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What will it cost? Estimate your STD test

Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option, actual cost depends on which tests you need.

  • Public / community clinic

    Free HIV testing is common

    $0–$25

  • Private lab (self-pay)

    Never billed to insurance

    $24–$200

  • At-home kit

    Mailed to your door, private

    From $49

  • Doctor / urgent care

    Often $0 preventive with insurance

    $0–$50 copay

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More ways to get tested in Curtiss, WI

Beyond the dedicated testing centers above: at-home kits by mail, hospital labs certified for STI testing, local clinicians who can order a panel during a regular visit, pharmacies for self-test kits and prescriptions, and online PrEP & treatment.

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At-home STD testing in Curtiss, WI

The nearest testing center is about 15 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Curtiss, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic, no waiting room, and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.

Want a free option first? The CDC-supported TakeMeHome (opens in a new tab) program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits, and, in many areas, free STI kits, to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.

Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often, confirm current details on the provider's site.

Also in the area

Other CLIA-certified labs near Curtiss, WI

Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Clark County, each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.

  • Clark County OPC

    8 Johnson Street, Owen, WI 54460

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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  • Marshfield Medical Center-Neillsville

    N3708 River Avenue, Neillsville, WI 54456

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Curtiss. A CLIA certificate records only that a laboratory is federally certified — it does not confirm the site performs STD testing, nor its hours, price or access. Inclusion is not an endorsement; always call to verify.

Local clinicians

Clinicians near Curtiss, WI who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 139 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Curtiss. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 53 offer telehealth.

  • Naseer Abbas, MD Telehealth

    Internal medicine · W4266 County Rd X, Owen

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  • Tanya Hoerneman, MD

    Family medicine · 510 West Wausau Street, Colby

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  • Ronald Cooper, MD

    Family medicine · 143 South Gibson Street, Medford

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  • Ganesh Pawar, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 135 South Gibson Street, Medford

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  • Abdallah Qasim, MD

    Internal medicine · 111 South Gibson Street, Medford

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  • Matthew Hall, MD Telehealth

    Infectious disease · 1000 North Oak Avenue, Marshfield

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These are registry-listed clinicians, not dedicated STD-testing clinics. CMS records do not independently verify current licensure, testing services, availability, price, or new-patient status. Confirm each detail before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians.

Nearby pharmacies

Pharmacies near Curtiss, WI

No pharmacy near Curtiss, WI publishes an STD-related service or holds a current CLIA testing certificate, so these are simply the closest. Contact a location directly to confirm counter hours, services, prices, and availability before visiting.

  • Owen-Withee Pharmacy

    8.0 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 23 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
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  • Shopko Pharmacy 790

    23 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Marshfield Clinic Central Avenue Pharmacy

    24 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Aspirus Pharmacy - Stanley

    24 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Ascension RX 707

    24 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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Showing the 6 closest pharmacies to Curtiss, WI.

Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.

Prevention & treatment

PrEP, prevention & online treatment

Testing is one step. For residents of Curtiss, telehealth covers the rest: HIV-prevention medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.

Pricing varies by insurance and changes often, confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a substitute for emergency care.

STD stats & rates

STDs & HIV in Clark County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Clark County, the county that includes Curtiss, compare with Wisconsin and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~29% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#46 of 72 Wisconsin counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 36% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Clark County vs Wisconsin vs U.S.

Clark County Wisconsin U.S. ▲▼ = Clark County vs the state average
Infection Clark County Wisconsin United States
Chlamydia
172.5 60 cases ▼ 59%
422.8 492.2
Gonorrhea
14.4 5 cases ▼ 88%
118.5 179.5
Syphilis (P&S) — no data 9.1 15.8
Syphilis (early)
8.6 3 cases ▲ 39%
6.2 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
2.9 1 cases ▼ 80%
14.7 29.5

Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. These figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.

Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread: a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.

Reported STD rates in Clark County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 3% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 100 200 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Clark County, chlamydia has risen from 161.6 to 172.5 per 100,000 (7%), and gonorrhea has fallen from 23.1 to 14.4 per 100,000 (38%).

The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis).

Community health context

What shapes testing access in and around Curtiss, WI

Adults uninsured
14.5%
No routine checkup
26.8%
No transportation
9%
Binge drinking
18.9%
Frequent mental distress
17.6%
Depression
22.5%
Below poverty line
12.6%
Primary-care ratio
4,964 : 1
Clark County
  • Primary-care shortage score 13 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 61.4
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 63rd percentile nationally

Sources: CDC PLACES (ZIP), County Health Rankings, CDC/ATSDR SVI, HRSA HPSA, HRSA MUA/P, Neighborhood Atlas ADI. Lower insurance coverage, fewer routine checkups, and a thin primary-care ratio all raise the value of low-cost public clinics and at-home testing in Clark County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Clark County (2023)

People living with HIV
58 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
0cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
51

Clark County HIV care continuum (2023)

Clark County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 5.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Clark County residents living with HIV, 81.3% are in care · 81.3% are virally suppressed. Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers: it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.

Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once: every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at a local health department.

Pregnant or planning to be?

Congenital syphilis is the fastest-rising STI: what to test, and when

Congenital syphilis, passed from parent to baby in pregnancy, is the fastest-rising STI in the country. U.S. cases climbed from 2,163 in 2020 to 3,882 in 2023. It is almost entirely preventable: the CDC recommends a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit, and every clinic and lab listed for Clark County tests for syphilis.

Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).

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About Curtiss, WI

The snow arrives hard and stays late in Curtiss, and life here moves at the pace of the seasons, which means that health decisions, like everything else, tend to happen when people remember them, not on any official schedule. For young adults who've moved here, started work, or are figuring out what comes next, STI screening fits into that same rhythm: something straightforward to arrange without ceremony, and something that stays confidential in a place where word travels. Testing in and around Curtiss, listed on this page, is available through providers who understand that routine screening is part of ordinary preventive care, not a crisis response. The clinics and health centers serving the area keep results private by standard practice, not exception.

Whether you're newly partnered, between partners, or simply keeping tabs on your health as part of a regular checkup, the testing process is uncomplicated. No lectures, no judgment, no surprises about what happens next. Access to screening here means you don't have to drive far or wait weeks for an appointment. Getting tested is one less thing to put off or worry about, and one more thing you can cross off your list before winter settles in again.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Curtiss, WI

Walkability 4.99 / 20 · Least walkable

At 4.99/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Curtiss generally mean driving: plan on a car or rideshare to reach a clinic, and check each listing's hours and phone before you go.

Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.

Map of 4 STD & STI testing locations in Curtiss, Wisconsin, EasySTD

ZIP 54422 snapshot

Residents
1,386
Median age
22.7
Median income
$65,809

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 54422 area around Curtiss: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Curtiss alone.

Curtiss sits in Clark County, ZIP 54422. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Major routes

  • WI 29 (State Highway 29)

Reference

STD testing in Curtiss, WI: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Clark County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Wisconsin law. If you have symptoms right now, our confidential symptom checker maps them to the tests worth considering.

Who should test, and when

CDC screening schedule + each infection's detection window

Who should get tested, and how often

Based on current CDC screening recommendations.

GroupTestsHow often
Everyone aged 13–64 HIV At least once
Sexually active women under 25 Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Pregnant people HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM) Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment HIV, hepatitis B & C At least yearly
All adults at least once Hepatitis C At least once

When to test: STD detection windows

Testing too early can return a false negative, confirm timing with a Curtiss-area provider.

InfectionEarliest reliable testSample
Chlamydia 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Gonorrhea 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Trichomoniasis 1–4 weeks Urine or swab
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10–33 days Blood
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18–45 days Blood
HIV (antibody) 3–12 weeks Blood / oral
Syphilis 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis B 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis C 8–11 weeks Blood
Herpes (HSV) 4–16 weeks (antibody); swab a sore Blood / swab
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What each STD test costs

Medicare reference prices per lab test, a benchmark before you pay out of pocket

These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the community health centers serving Curtiss often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.

TestReference priceCPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT) $47.80 87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT) $47.80 87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT) $47.76 87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody $26.87 87389
HIV-1/2 antibody $22.44 86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL) $5.61 86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody) $17.49 86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT) $47.76 87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen $15.33 87340
Hepatitis C antibody $29.16 86803

Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS, 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only: a clinic visit, sample collection, or a bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.

Confidentiality & consent in Wisconsin

Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately

Two things that actually depend on Wisconsin law: who can consent, and whether partners can be treated without their own visit. Everything else about testing privately is the same nationwide (see below).

Can a minor consent on their own?

In Wisconsin, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Wisconsin permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication (or a prescription) to pass to your partner, no separate exam or appointment needed for them.

Keeping a test private works the same in every state. Whether an STD test shows on insurance (the EOB), how to test anonymously, and self-pay options that leave no insurance trail don’t change by location.

Learn more about confidential STD testing in Wisconsin

Source: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.

Good to Know

STD testing FAQs for Curtiss, WI

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many testing options are within 30 miles of Curtiss, WI?

1 testing option is within 30 miles of Curtiss, WI.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Curtiss, WI?

Most plans cover STD screening; a clinic or lab can bill insurance, or you can pay a flat self-pay price.

Is there free STD testing near Curtiss, WI?

Yes, public clinics in the area offer free or low-cost testing.

Which tests are offered near Curtiss, WI?

Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, a full panel covers the common ones.

How common is chlamydia in Clark County?

About 173 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Wisconsin average.

Can I test at home near Curtiss, WI?

Yes, at-home kits ship to 54422; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.

Can someone under 18 get tested in Wisconsin without a parent?

In Wisconsin, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.

Where do I get PrEP around Curtiss, WI?

PrEP (HIV-prevention medicine for HIV-negative people) is available locally, any provider can prescribe it.

What is a window period?

The gap between exposure and when a test can reliably detect the infection; testing inside it can miss a real infection.

I had unprotected sex, should I get tested?

Yes, test after the window period, and if HIV exposure is a concern, ask about PEP within 72 hours.

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